| Editor | István Burger |
|---|---|
| Former editors | Péter Kuczka |
| Categories | Science fiction magazine |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Publisher | Metropolis Media Group Kft. |
| First issue | 1972 |
| Country | Hungary |
| Based in | Budapest |
| Language | Hungarian |
| Website | galaktika |
| ISSN | 0133-2430 |
| OCLC | 35111971 |
Galaktika was a Hungarian science fiction magazine that was published between 1972 and 1995. At its peak, 94,000 copies were printed in Hungary. For comparison, Analog magazine printed 120,000 copies in the United States.[1]
A newer publication with the same name has been in publication since 2004. There were reports the magazine was translating and publishing works without paying or obtaining the permission of the original authors. [1] The new publishers agreed to seek approval and compensate affected authors in an agreement reached with the Authors Guild and Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) in July 2017.[2]
The original Galaktika (1972–1995)
The magazine was divided into three sections: "Thematic", "National", and "Mixed." The first section concentrated on stories with similar themes, while the second selected works from the literature of a specific country. It was the only avenue for many Hungarian and Eastern European writers to get their short stories published.
Péter Kuczka was the editor for the lifetime of the magazine. The magazine shut down when it was no longer possible to publish Galaktika profitably.
The numbering started with 1 in the summer of 1972, with 38,000 copies on 125 "A5" pages. After issue #60, the format changed to the larger A4 format of 96 pages in 1985, then back to the A5 in a black-bordered format in 1993, which persisted until the original publication ceased.
Galaktika closed in 1995.[3] During its initial publication run, 2,257 short novels and articles by more than 1,000 authors were published.
The new Galaktika (2004–present)
A new publication, also called Galaktika, began in November 2004[3] with issue #176. The new magazine had a different page layout, editorial structure, and ownership when compared to the original Galaktika. The publisher of the new magazine is Metropolis Media.[3]
"The new" Galaktika (2023 - Present )
In the ever-expanding universe of science fiction literature, "Galaktika" has carved its own celestial niche, captivating readers with tales that transcend the boundaries of time and space. As a genre that pushes the limits of human imagination, science fiction has found a home in the pages of "Galaktika," a publication that has recently embraced a new edition, promising readers an even more thrilling journey through the cosmos of speculative fiction.
A Brief Cosmic History
"Galaktika" has been a beacon for science fiction enthusiasts since its inception, providing a platform for both established and emerging authors to showcase their creative prowess. The magazine has been instrumental in bringing diverse voices and ideas to the forefront, creating a rich tapestry of narratives that explore the unknown and challenge the conventional.
References
- 1 2 Rambo, Cat (26 September 2016). "The Galaktika Situation". Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ↑ "Authors Guild and SFWA Bring an End to Decade-long Infringement". Authors Guild. 21 July 2017. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- 1 2 3 Csilla Kleinheincz (23 February 2011). "MetaGalaktika #11: A thousand years of Hungarian science fiction, 2009". SFF Portal. Retrieved 6 August 2015.